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Bad News

Eels

Guess i'm doing something wrong

Never feel right in these shoes

Pocket full of matches and a head full of flames

Got to warn you that i'm bad news

She tucks me in and then she screams

"one day you will have to choose

Either take care of me or take care of you

And don't pretend you're not bad news"

Come on now i'll take you home

You don't have a thing to lose

But stick around long enough and you'll find out

I am nothing but bad news

You can never change where you're from

No matter who i will accuse

I'm gonna get on with a better life

And one day i won't be bad news

It's the same everyday when i wake up

It's the same in the way that you

Gave me up

In the middle of a swan dive

And i was soaring down

Perfect and slow

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

Bad News by Eels is a reflective and melancholic song addressing themes of disappointment, heartbreak, and the inevitability of bad news in life. The lyrics explore the inner turmoil and emotional struggles faced by the narrator as they come to terms with unfortunate realities. Key themes include loss, despair, and emotional resilience. Poignant moments in the song include the introspective lyrics that illustrate the narrator's raw and vulnerable state, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into their personal anguish.

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